Agree, my first VW is this 2019 Jetta S trim with the 6 speed manual transmission. So far so good. I am a FCA Chrysler fanboy here and decided to try out this new VW. Average 38 mpg, not sure how,not complaining. Also, every 19 VW includes a 6 year bumper to bumper warranty. Good job VW.
Thanks Zack, another great video. My Wife drives an ‘12 Jetta Highline (2.5 L) and loves it. My only concern with the Jetta is the degree of noise and vibration. Bear in mind, I am comparing it against my ‘07 Buick Allure or my older 2001 740i. Good car the Jetta, just not amazing. After a few years it just feels ordinary. Thanks again.
Hey Zack, that's awesome! I see that you mention that there will be a heated steering wheel option (like a Winter package?) - when will this be available? Will this be something that can reliably drive in Alberta winters?
We all know the drill by now. Start with a torsion beam, then years later "improve" it with an independent rear suspension and maybe a better engine. Honestly this trick's getting kind of old.
People hating on this car need to drive and price a Honda Civic or Toyota Carolla first. VW is a better price, drives way better, and has a 6 year 72,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. My 2019 SEL Jetta is awesome and compared to Civic is much nicer.
Gotta love the completely fake and closed exhaust tips. You can get real metal dual exhaust tips on a ford escape, but only fake plastic bumper moulding on a vw or audi.
Torque is pretty good but this makes me a little worried about it's long term reliability. I heard that turbo engines contribute more on the wear and tear of a car. Higher repair cost means a no no for me.
Joe E. Great question dude. Mostly VW petrol engines are made out of aluminium, especially oil leakage was a problem especially due to its low ground clearance. 1.4 TSI is a balanced engine and for the time being doesn't have exhibited any major issues and widely used in Skodas and Audis. Germans wont be as reliable as a Japanese cars any day. Generally speaking N.A engines should be more reliable than its turbo counterpart.
Personaly, i don't buy cars anymore, i rent them for 4 years and any car on the market right now will last 4 years. Torque is nice, i have a Diesel right now so torque is endless, but power is where the speed comes from, so if you want a good 1/4 mile time, you need power and 147hp is low, but competitive as a base engine.
Dude power is the resultant of factors like Torque, HP and acceleration no? Most reviewers usually says its the torque that matters while some others say its just hp. In reality both factors are essential and how car builds up again depends on how power is delivered through out its revv range etc.. Yes 147 hp is not that great and 250 NM is fair for a gasoline engine.Its available from a lower 1500 rpm all the way across 4000+rpm range. If we compare it with the 2.0 diesel counterpart with 138hp and a 320NM figures on paper are quiet less. But i've tested both engines and the 1.4 (in its 120PS and 200NM tune stage) can simply out perform the diesel in 0-60 as well as in intermediate acceleration, thanks to gasoline's wider power band. But the low end lag is quite notable than diesel and it requires some more work on the gas pedal especially when car is fully loaded or climbing a steep inclines and over takings do require downshift. 1.8 TSI is a good option but it aint available in manual any more. Even though 1.8 TSI manual is able to produce 320 NM torque(Superb Manual), the dq 200 DSG limits torque to 250 NM same as that of 1.4TSI manual/auto/DSG. 1.8 TSI still is faster mainly due to more hp produced by it, So even with same amount of torque it accelerates faster.
This engine is reliable. Ironed out for all those issues in the last five years tested and released in Europe. Luckily, North America got the engine that is truly worked out free of error thank to Europe and the rest of worlds being beta testers. I own it. So far, no issue. If you are concerned about the long term reliability while maintenance cost, Corolla might be your best bet, albeit very boring but practically reliable and cheap maintenance.
Great video but sorry, those are the most hideous rims and the SEL Premium is even worse. R-Line definitely the way to go, plus you get those exhaust tips albeit the fakeness
I thought you were a big fan of the Audi digital dash. Why the change? I prefer a well engineered instrument cluster and you were one of the guys swinging me to the digital.
I believe Zack has always said the digital dash is gimmicky. I agree with what has been said in other reviews. Digital dash will be fun for the first week, then it will be set to the drivers preference and likely not be messed with again.
I'll start by saying this isn't a car I'd buy. That said, I watch a number of TH-cam reviewers to form opinions. A quick search brings up Redline Reviews and The Fast Lane Car reviewing the same car. They're likely in your TH-cam side panel and were likely at the same media event. Before sounding-off with opinions based on virtually nothing, maybe watching some other reviewers would be helpful. You'll find the consistent opinion is just as positive as Zak's, maybe even more so, especially regarding the suspension and engine, which surprised me. However, they've driven it; I haven't.
Sorry Zack but for yes any serious driver living in Quebec (largest VW market in NA) with roads in much worse condition than anything you will see in BC will disagree with you. Also as a mechanical engineer I beg to disagree as well. VW did not choose a torsion beam rear suspension for any other reason than cost savings. The Jetta used to be the car that exceeded your expectations for the asking price but this is no longer the case, except perhaps for the upcoming JLI. VW has ruined the Passat and Tiguan driving dynamics to go after Toyota mass market appeal and unfortunately the Jetta has joined these ranks.
If VW kept producing cars in the same way they have, the Jetta would've started at $26k probably. The Tiguan was completely irrelevant in the CUV market, and the Passat was horrendously overpriced, but I will admit they could've put in more effort with the Passat. Long story short, VW was not on a sustainable pathway, they needed to become more in touch with the market.
Motormouth Canada Love your detailed review. However, as owner of mk6 with multi-link independence suspension, i cannot imagine myself being in torsion bean. I know it is cost cutting product but i believe it is mistake. Even Toyota is limping towards multi-link independence suspension for their new Corolla [19 or 20] on their new Global Architecture. Overall, big fan of 1.4 TSI but ruined by torsion bean. That being said, Jetta will definitely sell a lot for people who don't care or cannot tell difference between them as you mentioned in the video. My next target would be Golf as i cannot imagine myself in torsion bean, however, i cannot wait for Atlas Coupe. I hope it offers somewhat sportier handling while in refined 2-litre Turbo minus budack cycle.
The Elantra is better. Gives you more features for your money. Sure the Elantra has less torque, but it's more reliable with naturally aspirated and port injection.
In fwd it doesn't really matter, your limited by front end grip, you can choose understeer, or more understeer, take your pick. Used to drive a lancer, amazing rear suspension, also useless since the front end had far less grip than the rear. That said, with 2.3 degrees of negative camber in the front, it understeered a lot less.
Frankly Zack, im on my 3rd Chevy Cruze and they don't have an independant rear suspension, but all 3 had what they call a Z-link or some call it a watts link and i can tell you that you don't need it. I had Civic and Accord back in the day and the Cruze with the Z-link (since not all Cruze have it) can keep up with them any day.
You don't get more car for less money. VW gives some bells and whistles but takes other things away. Things the general public and first time VW buyers may not notice, but VW fans do.
I have a 2001 jetta with 148,000 miles, with regular schedules maintenance it's been a joy. I have a 2016 jetta, 40,000 miles with zero issues. Also, we have a 2014 Beetle with 70,000 miles, zero issues. Lastly, a 2015 Passat with 30,000 miles with zero issues. Maybe i'm just lucky ? Nah, they're great vehicles to own and drive. My 2016 Jetta Sport 1.8T manual is such a pleasure to drive, that car can stop on a dime, no joke. I've been in some serious rain storms while driving on a freeway with a steep downhill grade and there is no other car i'd rather had been driving at the time of that storm. Cars are a personal choice as well as who we like and don't like. I totally respect that you don't really care for VW's, I'm just sharing my personal love for the brand.
I was very interested in this car . I think it looks awesome and the digital dash is very cool . BUT I found out that in the USA they are getting a 6 yr , 72,000 mi , fully transferable , bumper to bumper warranty . In Canada however we are only getting a 4 yr warranty !!! I wrote VW to complain and their lame excuse was " we have no control over what VW USA does they are completely separate and make their own decisions " Well maybe VW Canada should decide to match VW USA then . After their cheating scandal you would think they would like to give ALL customers a perk to win back their business. Apparently we are not as important as the USA market . NO SALE
Why most of you says 147hp is underpowered? Are you drag racing all day long? 147hp is plenty enough for safe overtaking or merging and you don't drive at autobahn, so you can't legally even reach the Jetta's top speed
-no standard safety equipment like its competitors -engine is a carry forward which is a shame -Price is much higher for base model than its competitors -didn’t know that previous generation had only 5 gears for the manual transmission ! That’s mind boggling!
your bs starts with the price, civic is basically the same entry price or a few dollars more expensive, not a lot of difference on entry level safety equipment either, and LOL, the layout of the drivetrain in this car is the same than in the civic or corolla, what s mindbogging is to expect something more than one of the most common layouts in this segment. clearly you re just a bad troll
UPDATED AS THE LIST KEEPS GROWING -- Why I prefer my 2017 Jetta SEL over the 2019 (based on reviewer / driver comments / reports): • more engine choices for 2017, mine has the 1.8 L engine • Independent rear suspension with 2017 gone for 2019 (back to torsion beam) • True exhaust outlets for 2017 vs. Fake exhaust outlets with 2019 • Adjustable center arm rest with 2017 gone for 2019 • Height adjustment for front passenger seat gone for 2019 • Adjustable rear headrests gone with 2019 • Rear deck more glare resistant; glare reports for 2019 • Damped glove box with inner upper shelf gone for 2019 • Engine shutoff when stopping with 2019, air turns off etc., (does have an off switch) * Solid moon roof slide cover for 2017 gone for 2019 (flimsy cloth material) * A Pillar material covering gone for 2019 (solid plastic) • more touch screen functions / interface with 2019 reportedly results in unwanted connections when bumped * 2019 Seating is very bench like, some reports it was less comfy * trunk pass-thru behind rear arm rest gone with 2019 * 2019 center console intrudes on drivers right knee room * 2019 eight speed transmission gets a bit confused /sloppy (could be a break-in issue) * And, trunk lid fully opens with 2017 vs. needing further lifting with 2019 In all fairness I have not driven the 2019 so these comments if they are all accurate may not be important for some new buyers. More soft touch surfaces on 2019 front doors, and MQB platform may provide a better and more quiet ride experience, etc.
I've had mine 2 months and it's having a lot of issues already. I put a quick review on TH-cam under "2019 Volkswagen ve Jetta review with all 5 issues". It's so disappointing and frustrating I wish I never purchased this car.
I am on my 3rd VW Jetta I have the 1.8 TSI 2017 nice car. This model? I am not so sure about. I am waiting to see what the Jetta GLI has to offer. This engine is weak compare to the last model, an 8 speed transmission will not compensate for that. My final angst about this model are the wheel packages, they look awful. No matter which ones I see they just don't fit the car. Forget the base model steel wheels those resemble cheap wheel covers. I would wait for a refresh on this model VW will increase the HP and tweak a few other things. This jetta is not ready for prime time.
Typical VW Fanboy review. Compared to the 2019 Accord or Camry....this looks like such an ugly POS with no innovation. That front Fascia looks like something from 10 years ago. 1.4L, 147HP and 184lb/ft....is that a JOKE? The new Accord will get 192 in both HP/Torque in a 1.5L Oh and no independent rear suspension.......that's just laughing stock.
Lol typical response from someone who only loves Japanese cars. Jetta competes with civic and corolla. Design is subjective, but it's typical German and should age well. No innovation? No one else is doing a digital cockpit to the same level as VW/Audi. 184 lb/ft is right in line with the rest of the compact class. Lastly, if you want a sportier compact, VW will gladly sell you a Golf. The Jetta has been the softer, comfort option for some time now. Sure, I'm not interested in buying this car either, but to make it sound like it has no appeal to anyone is ridiculous.
Great video, first of all. but the problem for this engine is, it's ok to drive around in city, once you get one highway, you want to speed up from 110km/h to 130,140, to pass a car in front of your, it will be very slow, and even post a safety issue, i'm driving 2.5L jetta,can going from 110km/h to 120 130, very quickly
Norman Ran Apparently you haven't driven 1.4 TSI. It is truly underrated engine. Its low-end torque beings at 1400 rpm all the way to 3000 rpm where you can enjoy 184 torque which is power of mid-size sedan. In city, it is fine but in highway, much much better. Great passing powers in highway. I easily get 120-140 km/h in no matter of time so i have to keep an eye on the speed tachometer so i scale it back to 100 km/h. It is very feisty little engine. Don't be fooled by the size the of engine. When in warmed up engine, sometimes you feel like V6 in highway. It is matter of many combination factors that makes this TSI truly engaging and peppy to drive. It is something you have to drive to understand that.
VW, to my eye, is seriously missing the mark from an exterior styling perspective. To put it plainly, all new VWs are ugly; especially this Jetta. Couple that with the moral and ethical issues with the company and there's no reason, or excuse, for buying a VW.
I can't get over the ugly front end on Japanese cars. How does the country that gave us Zen produce such ugly cars? Take any German car over those Transformer wanna-be's any day. Just my two cents.
The asian car looks older because they are always changing the design. VW keeps relatively the same design, making it harder to pick out an older model VS the newer model. Look at a 1950 bug VS 1974 bug, pretty much same design, unless you know what your looking for. Thats why I like VW, probably because I like simple designs without flash.
Agree, my first VW is this 2019 Jetta S trim with the 6 speed manual transmission. So far so good. I am a FCA Chrysler fanboy here and decided to try out this new VW. Average 38 mpg, not sure how,not complaining. Also, every 19 VW includes a 6 year bumper to bumper warranty. Good job VW.
"Zack you're just a VW fanboy," he said while rolling his eyes.
Great review by a very competent automotive expert. Very well done! Zack does great work!
so i noticed that the back seats have got no vents?? wtf!!!..kinda lame..but u said they will had heated rear seats later on?? kinda confusing
Thanks Zack, another great video. My Wife drives an ‘12 Jetta Highline (2.5 L) and loves it. My only concern with the Jetta is the degree of noise and vibration. Bear in mind, I am comparing it against my ‘07 Buick Allure or my older 2001 740i. Good car the Jetta, just not amazing. After a few years it just feels ordinary. Thanks again.
the 2.5L engine is a great engine! it's even better than some 2.0T engine,
Great review! VW proves that a value buy doesn't need to look cheap (looking at you, Subaru). Look at this posh interior!
Hey Zack, that's awesome! I see that you mention that there will be a heated steering wheel option (like a Winter package?) - when will this be available?
Will this be something that can reliably drive in Alberta winters?
nice review, enjoyed. gorgeous new car, my next new one!
The shot at 5:23 shows Audi's DNA
That's a cool shot. Didn't look at it that way before.
Hopefully they redesign the front later on and change those wheels.
Yeah, give me an A4 instead.
We all know the drill by now. Start with a torsion beam, then years later "improve" it with an independent rear suspension and maybe a better engine. Honestly this trick's getting kind of old.
why the heck are turn signals on the mirror now a premium option?
How would you compare this to the latest Civic, Mazda3, Impreza, and Elantra?
People hating on this car need to drive and price a Honda Civic or Toyota Carolla first. VW is a better price, drives way better, and has a 6 year 72,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. My 2019 SEL Jetta is awesome and compared to Civic is much nicer.
Great review
so is a new 1.4 engine better than old 1.8?
Gotta love the completely fake and closed exhaust tips. You can get real metal dual exhaust tips on a ford escape, but only fake plastic bumper moulding on a vw or audi.
William Bouma Mercedes started this trend. Most cars will come this way soon as hiding the “dirty” tailpipes will become the norm.
Nice family car
Torque is pretty good but this makes me a little worried about it's long term reliability. I heard that turbo engines contribute more on the wear and tear of a car. Higher repair cost means a no no for me.
Joe E. Great question dude. Mostly VW petrol engines are made out of aluminium, especially oil leakage was a problem especially due to its low ground clearance. 1.4 TSI is a balanced engine and for the time being doesn't have exhibited any major issues and widely used in Skodas and Audis.
Germans wont be as reliable as a Japanese cars any day. Generally speaking N.A engines should be more reliable than its turbo counterpart.
Personaly, i don't buy cars anymore, i rent them for 4 years and any car on the market right now will last 4 years. Torque is nice, i have a Diesel right now so torque is endless, but power is where the speed comes from, so if you want a good 1/4 mile time, you need power and 147hp is low, but competitive as a base engine.
Dude power is the resultant of factors like Torque, HP and acceleration no? Most reviewers usually says its the torque that matters while some others say its just hp. In reality both factors are essential and how car builds up again depends on how power is delivered through out its revv range etc..
Yes 147 hp is not that great and 250 NM is fair for a gasoline engine.Its available from a lower 1500 rpm all the way across 4000+rpm range. If we compare it with the 2.0 diesel counterpart with 138hp and a 320NM figures on paper are quiet less.
But i've tested both engines and the 1.4 (in its 120PS and 200NM tune stage) can simply out perform the diesel in 0-60 as well as in intermediate acceleration, thanks to gasoline's wider power band. But the low end lag is quite notable than diesel and it requires some more work on the gas pedal especially when car is fully loaded or climbing a steep inclines and over takings do require downshift.
1.8 TSI is a good option but it aint available in manual any more. Even though 1.8 TSI manual is able to produce 320 NM torque(Superb Manual), the dq 200 DSG limits torque to 250 NM same as that of 1.4TSI manual/auto/DSG. 1.8 TSI still is faster mainly due to more hp produced by it, So even with same amount of torque it accelerates faster.
This engine is reliable. Ironed out for all those issues in the last five years tested and released in Europe. Luckily, North America got the engine that is truly worked out free of error thank to Europe and the rest of worlds being beta testers.
I own it. So far, no issue. If you are concerned about the long term reliability while maintenance cost, Corolla might be your best bet, albeit very boring but practically reliable and cheap maintenance.
The 2.0T in my GTI is an iron block.
Will give a hard look at the R-Line model. Thanks zack.
Fuel consumption?
Darss Mare 45 mpg
I wonder what the numbers would be for the Golf in Canada if they hadn't changed the name to Rabbit a couple of times in its existence.
Nice car. And if Ford discontinues sedan's. I'll buy a Volkswagen Jetta 2019. Sorry Ford I don't want a SUV or crossover.
Are the wiper arms still restricted from raising off the windshield ?
Great video but sorry, those are the most hideous rims and the SEL Premium is even worse. R-Line definitely the way to go, plus you get those exhaust tips albeit the fakeness
I'm surprised one can find a ''really large'' bump in Canada.
I thought you were a big fan of the Audi digital dash. Why the change? I prefer a well engineered instrument cluster and you were one of the guys swinging me to the digital.
Guess it doesn't hold up over the long term.
I believe Zack has always said the digital dash is gimmicky. I agree with what has been said in other reviews. Digital dash will be fun for the first week, then it will be set to the drivers preference and likely not be messed with again.
I wish they made an R version, with AWD and a 300hp engine
I'll start by saying this isn't a car I'd buy. That said, I watch a number of TH-cam reviewers to form opinions. A quick search brings up Redline Reviews and The Fast Lane Car reviewing the same car. They're likely in your TH-cam side panel and were likely at the same media event. Before sounding-off with opinions based on virtually nothing, maybe watching some other reviewers would be helpful. You'll find the consistent opinion is just as positive as Zak's, maybe even more so, especially regarding the suspension and engine, which surprised me. However, they've driven it; I haven't.
VW is stepping up the Jetta because of the new releases: Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Honda Civic, and Subaru Impreza.
Looks more like a midsize sedan
I was gonna say the same thing. So sick of cars getting bigger with every redesign.
Its a midsize sedan no ..in US and Canada
Cyril Matthew the Passat is
The Passat will feel more like a large sized sedan with the way things are going ....
DAVID Y yes passat isnt a full size car as superb. It's still a large mid size
Sorry Zack but for yes any serious driver living in Quebec (largest VW market in NA) with roads in much worse condition than anything you will see in BC will disagree with you. Also as a mechanical engineer I beg to disagree as well. VW did not choose a torsion beam rear suspension for any other reason than cost savings. The Jetta used to be the car that exceeded your expectations for the asking price but this is no longer the case, except perhaps for the upcoming JLI. VW has ruined the Passat and Tiguan driving dynamics to go after Toyota mass market appeal and unfortunately the Jetta has joined these ranks.
I encourage you to drive this when you get a chance it will surprise you
If VW kept producing cars in the same way they have, the Jetta would've started at $26k probably. The Tiguan was completely irrelevant in the CUV market, and the Passat was horrendously overpriced, but I will admit they could've put in more effort with the Passat.
Long story short, VW was not on a sustainable pathway, they needed to become more in touch with the market.
Motormouth Canada
Love your detailed review. However, as owner of mk6 with multi-link independence suspension, i cannot imagine myself being in torsion bean. I know it is cost cutting product but i believe it is mistake. Even Toyota is limping towards multi-link independence suspension for their new Corolla [19 or 20] on their new Global Architecture.
Overall, big fan of 1.4 TSI but ruined by torsion bean. That being said, Jetta will definitely sell a lot for people who don't care or cannot tell difference between them as you mentioned in the video.
My next target would be Golf as i cannot imagine myself in torsion bean, however, i cannot wait for Atlas Coupe. I hope it offers somewhat sportier handling while in refined 2-litre Turbo minus budack cycle.
Malik Brother, I cannot wait for the new Corolla vs Das Auto showdown when Toyota's double wishbone Corolla hits the market.
Ben, understand your view. Suggest you watch other reviewers. Similar opinions to Zak.
UGLY COMES at NO EXTRA CHARGE!
Cooley is that you?
The Elantra is better. Gives you more features for your money. Sure the Elantra has less torque, but it's more reliable with naturally aspirated and port injection.
I'll buy one when they put a diesel in it again... ... ... 😞
Torsion beam suspension cheaper just like CVT. That is why manufacturer s are going that route. no way better than Independent suspension
In fwd it doesn't really matter, your limited by front end grip, you can choose understeer, or more understeer, take your pick. Used to drive a lancer, amazing rear suspension, also useless since the front end had far less grip than the rear. That said, with 2.3 degrees of negative camber in the front, it understeered a lot less.
But VW gives a frame less doors...
I like it.
Frankly Zack, im on my 3rd Chevy Cruze and they don't have an independant rear suspension, but all 3 had what they call a Z-link or some call it a watts link and i can tell you that you don't need it. I had Civic and Accord back in the day and the Cruze with the Z-link (since not all Cruze have it) can keep up with them any day.
I prefer manual transmission any day over DSG or 8 spd auto.
This looks like a Focus, not a Jetta. They really dumbed it down for North America and that sucks. The Jetta used to be such a cool car.
See it has a panoramic moonroof. Would never buy a car with one of them.
You don't get more car for less money. VW gives some bells and whistles but takes other things away. Things the general public and first time VW buyers may not notice, but VW fans do.
I wish I never sold my 1990 GLI.
padistedor GLI or GTX?
;)
Like for all VW products, you go back to the dealer to often to fix all kind of problem. And the look, is about 10 years to late!
I have a 2001 jetta with 148,000 miles, with regular schedules maintenance it's been a joy. I have a 2016 jetta, 40,000 miles with zero issues. Also, we have a 2014 Beetle with 70,000 miles, zero issues. Lastly, a 2015 Passat with 30,000 miles with zero issues. Maybe i'm just lucky ? Nah, they're great vehicles to own and drive. My 2016 Jetta Sport 1.8T manual is such a pleasure to drive, that car can stop on a dime, no joke. I've been in some serious rain storms while driving on a freeway with a steep downhill grade and there is no other car i'd rather had been driving at the time of that storm. Cars are a personal choice as well as who we like and don't like. I totally respect that you don't really care for VW's, I'm just sharing my personal love for the brand.
I was very interested in this car . I think it looks awesome and the digital dash is very cool . BUT I found out that in the USA they are getting a 6 yr , 72,000 mi , fully transferable , bumper to bumper warranty . In Canada however we are only getting a 4 yr warranty !!! I wrote VW to complain and their lame excuse was " we have no control over what VW USA does they are completely separate and make their own decisions " Well maybe VW Canada should decide to match VW USA then . After their cheating scandal you would think they would like to give ALL customers a perk to win back their business. Apparently we are not as important as the USA market . NO SALE
skunk1955 the car is great you won’t have to use it anyway
Don't be a crying baby, in Mexico we only get 2yr warranty and they sell a lot of vw here!!!
Here in Mexico , we make these Jettas and we only get a 2 year warranty. Stop crying lazy Canadians.
Why most of you says 147hp is underpowered? Are you drag racing all day long? 147hp is plenty enough for safe overtaking or merging and you don't drive at autobahn, so you can't legally even reach the Jetta's top speed
I've driven one. Don't let the numbers fool you. This car has plenty of zing! I'm buying one.
just leased a Rline...only good looking trim....can't wait to get it
VW need give us their 1.5TSI, not this old 1.4T
天瑞 looks like they have stock and try to sell it to Americans and offer new 1.5 tsi to Chinese and Europeans.
No middle arm rest adjust? Sucks
-no standard safety equipment like its competitors
-engine is a carry forward which is a shame
-Price is much higher for base model than its competitors
-didn’t know that previous generation had only 5 gears for the manual transmission ! That’s mind boggling!
????? i think you re confused with the competition it has
jh5kl I was referring to Civic and Corolla. You are not aware of what they offer....hmm I suppose you are just an “average driver” :)
your bs starts with the price, civic is basically the same entry price or a few dollars more expensive, not a lot of difference on entry level safety equipment either, and LOL, the layout of the drivetrain in this car is the same than in the civic or corolla, what s mindbogging is to expect something more than one of the most common layouts in this segment. clearly you re just a bad troll
UPDATED AS THE LIST KEEPS GROWING -- Why I prefer my 2017 Jetta SEL over the 2019 (based on reviewer / driver comments / reports):
• more engine choices for 2017, mine has the 1.8 L engine
• Independent rear suspension with 2017 gone for 2019 (back to torsion beam)
• True exhaust outlets for 2017 vs. Fake exhaust outlets with 2019
• Adjustable center arm rest with 2017 gone for 2019
• Height adjustment for front passenger seat gone for 2019
• Adjustable rear headrests gone with 2019
• Rear deck more glare resistant; glare reports for 2019
• Damped glove box with inner upper shelf gone for 2019
• Engine shutoff when stopping with 2019, air turns off etc., (does have an off switch)
* Solid moon roof slide cover for 2017 gone for 2019 (flimsy cloth material)
* A Pillar material covering gone for 2019 (solid plastic)
• more touch screen functions / interface with 2019 reportedly results in unwanted connections when bumped
* 2019 Seating is very bench like, some reports it was less comfy
* trunk pass-thru behind rear arm rest gone with 2019
* 2019 center console intrudes on drivers right knee room
* 2019 eight speed transmission gets a bit confused /sloppy (could be a break-in issue)
* And, trunk lid fully opens with 2017 vs. needing further lifting with 2019
In all fairness I have not driven the 2019 so these comments if they are all accurate may not be important for some new buyers. More soft touch surfaces on 2019 front doors, and MQB platform may provide a better and more quiet ride experience, etc.
Car looks like a Hyundai sonata!
The back looks like a model 3
WTF?? sir, step aside of your keyboard please
first!!!
I've had mine 2 months and it's having a lot of issues already. I put a quick review on TH-cam under "2019 Volkswagen ve Jetta review with all 5 issues". It's so disappointing and frustrating I wish I never purchased this car.
This thing looks horrendous
This car needs a ‘2.0 TDI’
I am on my 3rd VW Jetta I have the 1.8 TSI 2017 nice car. This model? I am not so sure about. I am waiting to see what the Jetta GLI has to offer.
This engine is weak compare to the last model, an 8 speed transmission will not compensate for that.
My final angst about this model are the wheel packages, they look awful. No matter which ones I see they just don't fit the car.
Forget the base model steel wheels those resemble cheap wheel covers. I would wait for a refresh on this model VW will increase the HP and tweak a few other things.
This jetta is not ready for prime time.
CVT is the BIGGEST mistake that any car company can make. I HATE CVT WITH A PASSION!
It doesn't have a CVT transmission. It's a traditional 8 speed. I know. I own a 2020 Jetta.
Sorry Zack, this car just screams cheap, dull and ugly. I guess they're going after Corolla buyers.
you are aware this is a jetta right?
gimmicky?
boring
The jetta is such a depressing car, I dont know why anyone would buy it over a golf.
Looks like a Chrysler ewwww
No one wants these money pits
So ugly! Mk5 is still the best looking jetta
Daniel Ng the mk5 looks ugly as hell
Naw, MK4 was the best! I owned it - one of my 3 Jetta's now including this 2020. Awesome cars! The new one is an Audi tank!
Boo hoo. No diesel. :-(.
Typical VW Fanboy review. Compared to the 2019 Accord or Camry....this looks like such an ugly POS with no innovation. That front Fascia looks like something from 10 years ago. 1.4L, 147HP and 184lb/ft....is that a JOKE? The new Accord will get 192 in both HP/Torque in a 1.5L Oh and no independent rear suspension.......that's just laughing stock.
but the Jetta competes with Civic and Corolla etc?
Different class
Lol typical response from someone who only loves Japanese cars. Jetta competes with civic and corolla. Design is subjective, but it's typical German and should age well. No innovation? No one else is doing a digital cockpit to the same level as VW/Audi. 184 lb/ft is right in line with the rest of the compact class. Lastly, if you want a sportier compact, VW will gladly sell you a Golf. The Jetta has been the softer, comfort option for some time now. Sure, I'm not interested in buying this car either, but to make it sound like it has no appeal to anyone is ridiculous.
Great video, first of all. but the problem for this engine is, it's ok to drive around in city, once you get one highway, you want to speed up from 110km/h to 130,140, to pass a car in front of your, it will be very slow, and even post a safety issue, i'm driving 2.5L jetta,can going from 110km/h to 120 130, very quickly
Norman Ran
Apparently you haven't driven 1.4 TSI. It is truly underrated engine. Its low-end torque beings at 1400 rpm all the way to 3000 rpm where you can enjoy 184 torque which is power of mid-size sedan.
In city, it is fine but in highway, much much better. Great passing powers in highway. I easily get 120-140 km/h in no matter of time so i have to keep an eye on the speed tachometer so i scale it back to 100 km/h. It is very feisty little engine.
Don't be fooled by the size the of engine. When in warmed up engine, sometimes you feel like V6 in highway. It is matter of many combination factors that makes this TSI truly engaging and peppy to drive. It is something you have to drive to understand that.
Dont buy a VW, Ive owned 3 and finally learned my lesson
VW, to my eye, is seriously missing the mark from an exterior styling perspective. To put it plainly, all new VWs are ugly; especially this Jetta. Couple that with the moral and ethical issues with the company and there's no reason, or excuse, for buying a VW.
I can't get over the ugly front end on Japanese cars. How does the country that gave us Zen produce such ugly cars? Take any German car over those Transformer wanna-be's any day. Just my two cents.
Dude look at any 5 year old asian car. Now look at any 5 year old vw, or audi. Which one looks older?
The asian car looks older because they are always changing the design. VW keeps relatively the same design, making it harder to pick out an older model VS the newer model. Look at a 1950 bug VS 1974 bug, pretty much same design, unless you know what your looking for. Thats why I like VW, probably because I like simple designs without flash.